Sheksna Reservoir

Reservoir Reservoir on Sheksna River, part of Volga-Baltic waterway

Reservoir on the Sheksna River in Vologda Oblast, part of the Volga-Baltic waterway; draws boaters and anglers and serves towns with docks along its shores.

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Sheksna Reservoir
Sheksna Reservoir, Vologda Oblast, Russia
59.6719, 38.4553
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How to Get to Sheksna Reservoir #

The reservoir is accessible by regional roads from Vologda city and nearby towns. Local bus routes and private vehicles serve smaller settlements on the reservoir’s shores; check regional transport schedules.

Tips for Visiting Sheksna Reservoir #

  • Check local notices for any navigation or safety advisories before accessing reservoir shores.
  • Fishing is popular - confirm license requirements with regional authorities if planning to fish.
  • Winter ice conditions can be risky; local knowledge is essential before venturing onto frozen surfaces.

Best Time to Visit Sheksna Reservoir #

Summer months are most practical for general visitors; winter is harsh and requires local expertise.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Best time for boating and lakeside activities.
Winter
Dec-Feb · -20--5°C (-4-23°F)
Freezing conditions create an entirely different landscape - suitable only for experienced locals.

Weather & Climate near Sheksna Reservoir #

Climate

Sheksna Reservoir's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -14°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (563 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-45°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-14° -8°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -12°C. The driest month with just 25 mm and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -7°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.3h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
18.2h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 75 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 22°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
17.5h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.3h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6° -1°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -5°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.9h daylight

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